In 2020, Germany held the largest share of European copper, aluminium, and nickel waste imports from extra-EU27 countries, with Belgium and Italy following. Over the past two years, notable growth was observed in Poland, Denmark, and Slovakia, while France and Finland experienced declines. Germany showed moderate increases, reinforcing its dominant position. Over the last five years, compound annual growth rates suggest varied momentum across countries, with Eastern European nations seeing significant growth.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in import dynamics driven by advancements in European recycling policies and the impact of fluctuating global metal prices and sustainability efforts. Increased focus on circular economy initiatives may alter the traditional import landscape, potentially affecting the share distributions in the coming years.
Top countries in Copper, Aluminium and Nickel Waste Imports Extra-EU27 (2020) Share by Country (Thousand Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 27.78 | 2023 | +8.24% | +3.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 17.26 | 2023 | +5.66% | +8.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.32 | 2023 | +4.83% | +3.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.38 | 2023 | +9.36% | +6.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 7.58 | 2023 | +8.18% | +15.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 6.31 | 2023 | +10.34% | +5.95% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bulgaria | 4.69 | 2023 | +6.55% | +4.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.66 | 2023 | +21.1% | +66.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.12 | 2023 | +3.25% | +0.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 2.72 | 2023 | -0.74% | +0.6% | View data |
